Blurring the boundaries between, couture, craftsmanship and art
Tursi creates high-end bespoke pieces, where materiality, music, and movement are seamlessly woven into artistic expression. Each work is a dynamic exploration of innovative techniques, textures, and forms, evoking strength, mystique, and an otherworldly aura.
Unrestricted by traditional limitations of shape, material, or volume, Tursi’s creations fuse painting, sculpture, embroidery, and experimental textile manipulation, elevating craftsmanship into storytelling, where every piece becomes an immersive journey.
Behind the seams
Nikole Tursi is an Argentinian artist based in London, whose work merges craftsmanship, movement, and materiality into immersive experiences. With a background in fashion and millinery, her artistic path took a transformative turn when she began working at the Teatro Colón Opera House in Buenos Aires. This experience ignited her passion for creating beyond traditional boundaries, leading her to explore the expressive potential of couture, performance, and storytelling.
Her work has been recognized by Comité Colbert and UNESCO, she has worked with prestigious fashion houses and contributed to productions at Opera Houses, gaining a wealth of experience in haute couture and stage design. Nikole is now part of influential communities such as the British Hat Guild, the Royal Ascot Millinery Collective, and the Crafts Council UK. Tursi is also a member of the Michelangelo Foundation, further solidifying her dedication to contemporary craftsmanship and artistic innovation.
Nikole’s work evolves organically, embracing transformation as a key aspect of her creative process. Continuously exploring new dimensions, she collaborates with artists across disciplines to build immersive worlds that invite deeper connections with her creations.
Her journey reflects a desire to transcend categorization, seeing art as an ever-expanding space of exploration. From couture to live performances, from sculpture to storytelling, Nikole merges sensory worlds, living textures, and narratives in motion, crafting experiences that awaken the senses and inspire transformation.